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brantlibrary.caAdults, 18+ Spring 2024County of Brant Public LibraryZoe Whittall and The Fake!Join One Book One Brant and read The Fake by Zoe Whittall. Borrow a copy ofthe book for your chance to win a One Book One Brant Prize Pack!brantlibrary.ca/OBOBMay is packed with celebrating this renowned Canadian author. See backcover for all event details.
Sat, Apr 20, 10-1 PMParis Branch Travelogue:Buenos Aires & PatagoniaFri, Apr 12, 2-3 PMParis Branch How to BookYour Travels OnlineFri, May 10, 10 AM - 12 PMBurford Branch Bee City CanadaPollinator ProgramThurs, Apr 11, 6:30-7:30 PMJacob’s Woods Park, St. GeorgeCommunity Tree Planting Scotland-Oakland Branch CookieDecorating with Edible WatercoloursWed, Apr 10, 6:30-8 PMSt. George Branch Discovery Class:Exploring Online Gale CoursesThurs, Apr 11, 2-3:30 PMBurford Branch Active @ Any Size:Body Inclusive HealthWed, Apr 17, 6:30-8 PMGreen Lane Disc Golf CourseLearn to Play Disc GolfWed, Apr 24, 6:30-8 PMScotland-Oakland Branch Nutrition &Mental HealthTues, May 7, 6:30-8 PMZoom (online) Supporting YourFamily Members‘ Mental Health Tues, May 28, 7-8 PMBurford Branch Books, Breathing, &Bending (Book Yoga!)Wed, May 22, 7-8 PMSt. George Branch Mental HealthBook TalkWed, May 29, 7-8 PMParis Branch Self-AcceptanceWellness CaféFri, May 31, 2-3 PMCainsville Community Centre MakeRainbow Pizza with Chef LydiaWed, Jun 5, 6:30-8 PMGreen Lane Sports Complex OutdoorOlympic Shenanigans for Older AdultsWed, Jun 12, 10 AM - 12 PMParis, St. George and BurfordBranches Beverage with theBadge With Brant OPP.Tues, Jun 11, 1:30-3:30PMBurford Branch Discovery Class:Local History & Exploring the ArchivesWed, Jun 26, 10 AM - 12 PMTuesdays | Various branchesFree monthly adult craft kits can be pickedup at your local branch; first-come, first-served, while supplies last.April - DécoupageMay - Chalk ArtJune - CalligraphyVisit brantlibrary.ca/Calendar for dates.Learn a new art technique at the Library!
Zine Club Paris Branch First & third Mondays, 5:30 PM Poetry Club Paris Branch Second & fourth Mondays, 6 PM Bring Your Own Stitching Paris Branch Mondays, 2 PM Tuesday Night Knitters Scotland-Oakland Branch Tuesdays, 6:30 PM Casual Knits & Chat Paris Branch Wednesdays, 6:30 PM Brant Writes - Writing Group Burford Branch First & third Thursdays, 2 PMRegister at brantlibrary.ca/CalendarSt. George BranchParis BranchThurs, Apr 25, 5:30-7:30 PMTuesday, Jun 4, 5:30-7:30 PMWed, May 22, 5:30-7:30 PMScotland-Oakland BranchThurs, May 2, 5:30-7:30 PMBurford BranchWed, Apr 3, 5:30-7:30 PMBook your 30-minute Ask-a-Techsession with library staff.Thurs, Jun 27, 5:30-7:30 PMBurford Branch Burford Book ClubLast Thursday of the month, 6:30-8 PMParis Branch Walk & Talk Book ClubLast Tuesday of the month, 2-3:30 PMBurford Branch Self Publishing?Design Your Book in Canva!Wed, May 1, 6:30-8 PMParis Branch Discovery Class: Learn touse Creativebug to Design a Book,Journal, or Memory KeeperWed, May 8, 7-8 PMLearn Canva basics and discover toolsto design your self-published work.*Work through a hands-on Creativebugactivity and make your own journal ormemory keeper.*Bring your own tablet/laptop.Scotland-Oakland Branch Thurs, Apr 4, 4-6 PMSt. George Branch Thurs, May 2, 10 AM - 12 PMParis Branch Wed, Jun 5, 4-6 PM
Tues, May 21, 2-3:30 PMBurford BranchThurs, May 23, 6:30-8 PMWed, May 22, 2-3 PMbrantlibrary.ca | brantlibrary@brant.ca | 519-442-2433Registration is required, unless otherwise indicated.Scan the QR code to register.Or sign up at brantlibrary.ca/Calendar, in person, or by phone.Gaukel Memorial CommunityCentre, St. George Sat, May 25, 2-4 PMMeet Zoe Whittall! Listen to Zoe chatabout her writing and read from hernovel, The Fake. Enjoy food, a booksigning, and connect with otherreaders!Paris BranchSun, May 26, 9:30-11:30 AMJoin an exclusive writing workshop led byrenowned Canadian author Zoe Whittall.Receive one-on-one writing feedback in asmall group environment from an award-winning author!Refreshments provided.Paris BranchZoom (online)Zoe Whittall is the award-winning, best-selling Canadian author ofThe Fake, The Spectacular, The Best Kind of People, Holding Still foras Long as Possible, and Bottle Rocket Hearts. She was a writer for the Emmy Award-winning comedy show Schitt'sCreek, as well as Degrassi and the Baroness Von Sketch Show.Zoe was born in the Eastern Townships of Quebec and now lives inPrince Edward County, Ontario.Refreshments provided.Wed, May 15, 6:30-7:30 PMParis BranchDig into the details and common pitfalls youcan face when confronted with con artists,frauds, and too-good-to-be-true sales pitches.Get a glimpse into the seedy world of fraudsters!Presented by Brant OPP.
519-442-2433 brantlibrary@brant.caMaking space for BIG IDEAS.brantlibrary.ca/MakerspaceMakerWorkshopsParis BranchIntroductory MakerWorkshops take place at various branches on Tuesdays at 6:30-8 PM,*unless otherwise noted. Open to adults, 18+.3D Printing - April 9Large Format Printing - Thursday, April 11*Cricut Crafting - May 14Digital Embroidery - June 4Large Format Printing - Thursday, June 6*Burford Branch3D Printing - April 16Cricut Crafting - May 7Intro to Digital Embroidery - June 11St. George Branch3D Printing - April 23, 2-3:30 PM*Cricut Crafting - May 21, 2-3:30 PM*Intro to Digital Embroidery - June 18Scotland-Oakland BranchDigital Embroidery - April 23D Printing - April 30Cricut Crafting - May 28Digital Embroidery - June 25Introductory workshopsthat help you becomefamiliar with a specificpiece of equipment.Book a 1-1 session withstaff and learn how touse Makerspaceequipment.Supervised timewhen users canuse availableequipment.
MakerMentor sessionsSpecial EventsDrop InRegistration RequiredSchedule a 1-1 session with staff and learn how to use Makerspace equipmentor work on a special project you have in mind. Sessions are usually one hour.To book your session, use your phone to scan the QR code or book online atbrantlibrary.ca/Makerspace. Those under 13 require adult accompaniment.3D Sketch & Create | Scotland-Oakland BranchThursdays during Game Zone, April 18, May 16, & June 13 (3-4:30 PM)Tweens & TeensDrop by the Game Zone and try new weekly activities! Coding robots, board games, 3Ddoodle pens, Sketch & Create sessions, and art - there’s always something new to explore!Getting Comfortable with the New World of AI | Paris BranchThursday, April 25, 6:30-8 PM | Adults, 18+Discover the fascinating realm of Artificial Intelligence in this workshop! We’ll de-mystify AIconcepts, explore real-world applications, and gain practical insights. Join us and dive intothe latest trends, ethical considerations, and hands-on experiences. Let’s make AIaccessible and enjoyable for everyone!3D Print & Paint - Key Tray | St. George BranchThursday, June 20, 10:30 AM - 12 PM | Adults, 18+Always looking for your keys? In this workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to paint your ownunique, functional 3D-printed key tray. All materials provided to registered participants.3D Design Using Tinkercad | Burford BranchSaturday, May 11, 2-3:30 PM | Adults, 18+Discover the world of 3D design! Functional 3D printing is very rewarding, but it can bedifficult finding the perfect design file for what you need. Using Tinkercad, you’ll explorehow to manipulate, stack, and measure geometry. You’ll learn about panes and how toorbit in 3D space, while also learning about 3D software beyond Tinkercad.MakerHoursSupervised time when users can use available equipment on a first-come, first-servedbasis. Email jeremy.taylor@brant.ca to request the use of a particular piece ofMakerspace equipment. We will do our best to accommodate your request.Visit brantlibrary.ca/Makerspace for current drop-in hours and locations.
Kids, Tweens, & TeensWith Wonderbooks, the magic of storytelling comes alive with aready-to-play audiobook nestled inside every book. Kids simplypress play to read along, then switch to learning-mode forinteractive literacy activities and endless fun. Signing up for events just got better! Our newonline calendar is accessible, mobile-friendly,and easy-to-use.Spring 2024brantlibrary.caCounty of Brant Public LibraryStart borrowing today at brantlibrary.ca/Wonderbooks.Experience the new brantlibrary.ca/Calendar beginning Friday, March 15!
SPRING SHOWERS DROP-INLOCATIONDAYDATE(S)TIMEOnondaga Mobile LibraryThursdaysApril 25; May 234:30-6:30 PMBRANCH LOCATIONDAYDATE(S)TIMEParisTuesdaysApril 2 - May 2110:30-11:30 AMBRANCH LOCATIONDAYDATE(S)TIMEParisWednesdaysApril 3 - May 2211 AMScotland-OaklandWednesdaysApril 3 - May 2211 AMSt. GeorgeFridaysApril 5 - May 2410:30 AMFAMILY STORYTIMEBRANCH LOCATIONDAYDATE(S)TIMESt. George TuesdaysApril 2 - May 2110:30 AMParisThursdaysApril 4 - May 2310:30 AMLET’S GET READY FOR KINDERGARTEN!Wednesday, April 17, 3:30PM | Paris BranchStop by for stories, literacy-building activities, and creative art!Have fun building early literacy skills while you stay and play!READ! SING! PLAY!Drop InRegistration RequiredAll AgesJoin us for interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and early literacy activities.Stories, activities, songs, and crafts to help children prepare for Kindergarten. Caregivers must remain in Library.Children aged 3-5 years participate separate from caregiver.MEET THE DASH & DOT ROBOTSMAKEY MAKEY FUNWednesday, May 15, 3:30 PM | Paris BranchPractice how to code with our silliest bots!Use cool invention kits to create and code.
MAKE & PLAY SATURDAYSSPRING VIRTUAL STORYTIMESHelp your child develop a loveof reading and the earlyliteracy skills needed forsuccess in school.Read 1,000 books with your childbefore they start Kindergarten.SATURDAY STORYTIMEAll programs are free! Register at brantlibrary.ca/CalendarA lively, staff-led program that's part-storytime, part-playtime, and all fun! April 6 - May 25 | 10:30 - 11:30 AMParis BranchSpark your child's creativity throughexploration, creation, and play!April 6 - May 25 | 10 AM - 12 PMScotland-Oakland BranchGather ‘round for storytime with Miss Kerri! Weekly themes withstories, activities, rhymes, & songs. April 5 - BunniesApril 12 - Caterpillars & ButterfliesApril 19 - FrogsApril 26 - Sunshine & RainbowsMay 3 - BumblebeesMay 10 - Flower GardensMay 17 - ChickensMay 24 - BirdsFridays, 11 AMbrantlibrary.ca/1000BooksFREE KIDS CREATE KITS AVAILABLEMONTHLY AT YOUR LOCAL BRANCH!
TEEN BOARD GAME CAFÉChallenge your friends to anevening of fun!Thursdays, 6-8 PMSt. George BranchTeens, 13+ GAME ZONEBring your friends and dropby the Game Zone for boardgames and colouring!Thursdays, 3-4:30 PMScotland-OaklandBranchTweens, 10+Teens, 13+ MAGIC: THE GATHERINGPlay Magic: The Gathering.Decks and snacks provided.All skill levels welcome!Saturdays, 12-2 PMSt. George BranchTweens, 10+Registration opens Saturday, March 16, at 10 AM.Scan the QR code to register.Or sign up online at brantlibrary.ca/Calendar, in person, or by phone.All children’s programs are free!Unless otherwise indicated, children must be accompanied by an adult.MANY FACES OF LINK - A D&D ADVENTURETeens, 13+Monday, April 15 - Felt FacesMonday, May 13 - Rock Cactus PlantersTAKE & MAKE @ HOME KITSbrantlibrary.ca | brantlibrary@brant.ca | 519-442-2433Tweens, 10+Monday, April 15 - Felt Emoji’sMonday, May 13 - Rock Photo StandsWednesdays, 3:30 PMSt. George Branch | Tweens, 10+Join a Dungeons & Dragons adventure set in Hyrule,the setting of the famous Legend of Zelda games.Join the Teen Reviewer Program!brantlibrary.ca/TeenReviewersNeed volunteer hours?